Can My Dog Eat Bran Flakes?

Yes. Bran flakes are high in fiber and great for your dog’s digestive health. They also help lower blood pressure and cholesterol while increasing your pet’s energy levels.

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Serving Ideas

Dogs should enjoy bran flakes when served in moderation. Be sure to introduce bran flakes gradually because they can function as a laxative. A sudden increase in quantity could cause a shock to your dog’s system. Dogs will enjoy bran flakes:

Free of additives or sugars

Moistened with warm water (to soften flakes) and added to dry or wet food (bran flakes add calories, so decrease the portion of routine dog food when introducing bran flakes)

For More Information

We have tons of articles about which foods are safe or dangerous for your dog, from common grains to beverages to vegetables. You might also be interested in reading “Can My Dog Eat Raw Cereal?”

The information provided in this article is not a substitute for professional veterinary help.

Cecily Sailer

Cecily Sailer runs creative writing programs for the Austin Public Library Friends Foundation. She earned an MFA in creative writing from the University of Houston and reviews books for The Dallas Morning News. Cecily is also the proud momma of two hounds, Henry and Mabel, but Wony the Pug was her first dog love.